Waldo, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
22
332.4M (US)
Median Age
71.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$40,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$52,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$391
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
17.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Russell County
5
Kansas
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Russell County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.
Liberal (18%) (78%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 85%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 36, KS State House District 109, KSSchools
Natoma Elem
13 miles, NW
•
3.2
Natoma High (7-12)
13 miles, NW
•
2.8
Lucas/Sylvan Elementary Unified
15 miles, SE
•
2.8
Simpson Elem
16 miles, SW
Colleges
Hays Academy of Hair Design
32 miles, W
•
1
Fort Hays State University
34 miles, W
•
1.9
North Central Kansas Technical College
44 miles, E
•
2.3
Barton County Community College
50 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Russell Regional Hospital
17 miles, SW
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2.3
Osborne County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NE
Rooks County Health Center
28 miles, NW
Hays Medical Center
32 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
32 miles, W
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1
Salina Regional Airport
66 miles, SE
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
112 miles, N
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1
Manhattan Regional Airport
114 miles, E
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1